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How many Weapons did a Soldier Need?
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11-11-2011, 11:01 AM
By the late empire some Roman cavalry were extremely versatile. They could be trained to carry and use the bow, sword, and lance. But these were by no means average.

The infantry shield with its metal boss could be used offensively.
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How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by rrgg - 11-11-2011, 06:58 AM
Re: How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by Theodosius the Great - 11-11-2011, 11:01 AM
Re: How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by Joe - 11-11-2011, 11:57 PM
Re: How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by Joe - 11-12-2011, 09:28 PM
Re: How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by Joe - 11-15-2011, 09:41 PM
Re: How many Weapons did a Soldier Need? - by Joe - 11-16-2011, 03:42 AM

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